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"Avalon Rising" - Openhand Centre in Glastonbury

Openhand first established itself in Glastonbury in 2005, drawn by the very special energy here which is deeply alchemical, healing and revelatory. "Avalon" is the mystical name given by many locals to this place. In worldwide spiritual circles it is often known as the heart chakra of the planet. Openhand has been gifted two wonderful houses both side by side, both with huge back gardens, in the centre of the energy. It's been our pleasure to develop the space in a sacred way so that Openhanders from all around the world may come and partake of this exceptional energy and to gain a deeper understanding of the Openhand Philosophy. It is our pleasure to host you.

The space will be held by two wonderful Openhanders Ben Freund and Fiona Reilly, who've both been with us since the early days. And we'll be calling our new Centre "Avalon Rising". We do hope to see you here in due course. Here are some pictures of our Centre...

Our leafy gardens...

The Openhand Tribe gathering...

Ben and Fiona...

Sacred Fire Ceremony...

Lesley calling in the energy (we couldn't have established everything without you Lesley!)...

The Warriors, ready for the Sweat Lodge...

What better way to stir up an appetite?
Who will ever forget Trinity's Conscious Kitchen...

What wonderful news :)Openhand is spreading I was having a discussion with a Religious friend just lastnite, she was explaining how she was working out her distortion, as I listened it was clear she was not accepting and embracing her distortion but rather was using positive thinking to wish it away and create a safe bubble so to speak...in her own words she was saying ''this is not me, how I feel''....long story short I gave her the Openhand perspective, of accepting the distortion, embracing the distortion and becoming one with the distortion and in time transcending through it ....I added a few more Openhand methods and guidance....in the end she said she would definitely be looking up Openhand on the internet and doing some reading about them, and their methods Yay!

Oh this is so super awesome!!! Who could have guessed it? Who could have planned it? I love seeing this kind of thing because you are just so open to what the moment is inviting without needing it any way. With love, Jen

It's an absolute joy to be here at Avalon Rising. I feel really blessed, thank you Open, Ben, Trinity and all the wonderful beings of the Openhand community. I too was sad at the prospect of Number 5 ceasing, thankfully the Universe conspired and the wonderful dance continues... I am enthused and excited to be part of it all.

It was an absolute delight to have guests stay last week after the 5 Gateways launch and I look forward to welcoming many more folk in the months ahead.

It's an absolute joy to have you here Fiona! I LOVE that the universe has conspired to let it be again! I have no doubt, that it is because you rose up and said 'hey universe - I am ALL IN'. Yey!

I am feeling so much joy and delight with Avalon Rising. I can't wait for it to start rolling and have people staying there again. Lots to be unveiled. We are also going to announce more details soon; including that we've offering services for guests, such as reflexology and facilitation (Fiona), deep consciousness bodywork and sound healing (me) and of course spiritual coaching (Open).

My goodness!! With all of those offerings and combinations of energies Avalon will mo longer be Rising, she'll take off!!
I am looking forward to my next stay and to availing myself of the potency of these gifts the three of you offer.

Many thanks and much gratitude for all that you are and all that you do - with love

Oh Wow! I can not WAIT to return!!! It's seeming like this summer will be in the cards in some way! Will definitely be partaking in all of the heavenly delights...I mean really, the fudge was enough =)!! Much love to you all and immense support from my heart to the center of the heart of Gaia. x Jen

The energy has been feeling really beautiful here at the Openhand Centre 'Avalon Rising'. There just feels like a gorgeous flow happening with lots of things unfolding with everyone here. Each moment is part of the spiritual journey, to learn, expand and find what really stirs the soul.

One of the things that Fiona and I have been up to recently is local foraging. It's such a soulful community 'tribal' thing to do... going off foraging for wild berries together. It really takes us back to nature and invites a deeper appreciation of the gifts of the seasons. As we walk into the countryside, we share and can't help but inspire each other with stories and ideas for the path!

Here is our smiling, joyful, soulful sharing as we gathered wild foraged blackberries yesterday. They are in their peak right now - blessed are we!

We had a special gathering here last night, with nine beautiful souls sharing a meal together, before the New Year Retreat that starts this afternoon. The pre-course energy is building... it's going to be awesome!